Razer V2 BT

Razer V2 BT

By Razer · Gaming Headsets · Audio & Electronics · More from Razer

  • Battery up to 40 hours (30 hours with RGB on)
  • Weight 325 g
  • 40 mm TriForce drivers
  • Bluetooth 5.2 with Gaming Mode

Lowest price seen
~$99.99 (approx.)
from $99.99 at Amazon

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Summary

A Bluetooth gaming headset with Chroma RGB kitty ears, built for players who want a wireless headset with a distinctive look. Check the microphone before you buy: the integrated beamforming mic is the weakest point, and Bluetooth forces you to choose between high-quality stereo audio and mic use.

Strengths

  • Powerful, sculpted sound that reviewers describe as bass-heavy and pleasing.
  • Lightweight at 325 g and comfortable for extended wear.
  • Strong battery life: up to 40 hours with RGB on, 60 hours with it off.
  • Chroma RGB lighting on the ears and earcups is a frequent positive mention.
  • Bluetooth 5.2 with Gaming Mode keeps latency low for wireless play.

Weaknesses

  • The integrated beamforming mic is the most common complaint — PCMag calls it mediocre, Pokde.net compares it to a phone call in a small, empty chamber.
  • Bluetooth cannot deliver high-quality stereo audio and mic use at the same time; activating the mic forces low-quality mono audio.
  • No PC-based EQ controls in Razer Synapse — EQ is available only in the Razer Audio mobile app.
  • No swivel adjustment on the earcups.
  • Bluetooth-only: no 2.4 GHz dongle option and no wired audio mode.
  • One owner on Razer Insider reports audio cutting out in Discord.

Verified specifications

ModelKraken Kitty V2 BT (RZ04-0486).
Weight325 g (0.72 lbs).
Driverscustomized 40 mm TriForce.
Frequency response20 Hz – 20 kHz.
Impedance32 ohm.
Sensitivity92.5 dB SPL/mW at 1 kHz.
Inner ear cup diameter61 × 43 mm.
Batteryup to 40 hours with Chroma RGB on; up to 60 hours with RGB off.
ChargingUSB Type-C; about 3 hours for a full charge.
Bluetooth5.2 with Gaming Mode (low-latency mode).
Microphoneintegrated beamforming noise-canceling mics, omnidirectional.
Mic frequency response100 Hz – 10 kHz; SNR at least 60 dB; sensitivity -42 dBV/Pa.
RGBChroma RGB on ears and earcups (2 zones), 16.8 million colors.
Surround sound7.1 via USB on Windows 10 64-bit.
Warrantyup to 2 years.
ColorsQuartz, White, Black, Kuromi, Cinnamoroll, Hello Kitty and Friends.
In the boxheadset, USB Type-A to USB-C charging cable, documentation. No detachable boom mic, no wireless dongle, no 3.5 mm cable — Bluetooth-only.
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Sound and comfort

Reviewers agree on the sound: PCMag describes “powerful, sculpted sound” and Pokde.net calls it “pleasing, bass-heavy”. The 40 mm TriForce drivers push bass forward, which suits gaming and casual listening. At 325 g the headset is light, and both reviewers found it comfortable for extended wear. The earcups are circumaural with plush cushions lined in fabric and leatherette. The fixed kitty ears are the visual hook — they are part of the plastic frame, not an accessory.

Microphone and Bluetooth limitations

The mic is the headset’s weak point. PCMag calls it mediocre. Pokde.net says it sounds like “a phone call inside a small, empty chamber”. The integrated beamforming design means no detachable boom mic, unlike the wired Kraken Kitty V2. A fundamental Bluetooth limitation makes things worse: the headset cannot output high-quality stereo audio and use the microphone at the same time. When the mic is active, audio drops to mono Hands-Free AG Audio, which owners say sounds terrible for game and system audio. One owner on Razer Insider reports audio cutting out in Discord entirely.

Battery and charging

Razer rates the battery at up to 40 hours with Chroma RGB on and up to 60 hours with RGB off. Charging is over USB Type-C and takes about 3 hours for a full charge. No owners have flagged battery problems in the research; Pokde.net called battery life decent. There are no recurring costs beyond charging — no subscription, no dongle replacement.

Software and EQ

Razer Synapse on PC does not provide EQ controls for this model. EQ adjustments are available only through the Razer Audio mobile app. The headset is Bluetooth-only: there is no 2.4 GHz HyperSpeed dongle and no wired audio mode. USB is for charging and 7.1 surround sound on Windows 10 64-bit only.

Is it worth it?

At $99.99 MSRP it is a reasonable choice for buyers who want a wireless RGB gaming headset with a distinctive aesthetic and strong battery life. TechRadar listed it at $99.99 at Walmart and $104.99 at Newegg in October 2023. Below $80 it is strong value for the target audience. Above $120 it is weak value unless the kitty-ear aesthetic is the primary reason to buy. Buyers who prioritize microphone quality or competitive gaming audio should look elsewhere — the integrated mic and Bluetooth limitations are real drawbacks for team communication.

Which model this is

This page covers the Razer Kraken Kitty V2 BT, model RZ04-0486, a wireless Bluetooth gaming headset with Chroma RGB kitty ears.

The Amazon listing for the Quartz (pink) colorway is ASIN B0CCWDJ6GF.

It is not the same as the wired Kraken Kitty V2, which has a detachable HyperClear Cardioid Mic and no Bluetooth. White and Black colorways were added in March 2025; Kuromi, Cinnamoroll, and Hello Kitty editions are also available.

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